Vanderbilt-Commencement-Program-2019_Final-2

VANDERBILT COMMENCEMENT 10 M ay 2019 Alumni Lawn Law School, Curry Field Divinity School, Benton Chapel H Graduate School and School of Engineering (M.Eng.), Magnolia Circle Lawn H Peabody College (M.Ed., M.P.P., Ed.D.), Wyatt Center Lawn H School of Medicine, Langford Auditorium H Owen Graduate School of Management, David Williams II Student Recreation and Wellness Center School of Nursing, Branscomb Quadrangle Memorial Gymnasium —Rain Location 10 Memorial Gymnasium Wheelchair Entrance HA shuttle to Wyatt Center Lawn, Magnolia Circle Lawn, Langford Auditorium, and the David Williams II Student Recreation and Wellness Center will run immediately following the recession for guests needing assistance (see H on map) Following Commencement exercises on Alumni Lawn, students receiving bachelor’s degrees in the College of Arts and Science, the Blair School of Music, the School of Engineering, and Peabody College remain on Alumni Lawn to receive their diplomas Diplomas for graduate and 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Hotel Hotel AC UT Ki ni M T 24 25 KE PL y el ium N ei t o r d Au ES H 2525 2525 West West End End KENSIN Alumni Lawn W RT ON Barnes and Noble Bishops Common um N NO D E Law Law School School an Fuurm rm an F Al E E EN NU SO H NU NU W E ST E AV Construction on RT Curry Field E Bronson Ingram College E AV E AV Centennial Park ils NO th th h ic rm & Ca H E W E 24 25 el ic rm & Ca UT E NU Moore College & s on id si l A is ia m nc Old Ad ina F Gym l ae NU NU E AV Warren College Rice PRAYER AND ECONTEMPLATION T E LOCATIONSSTRON CAMPUS N IO All FaithIVChapel (below Benton Chapel), IS 411 21stDAvenue South The Commons Center, Room 215 (near the corner of 18th and Horton), 8:00 a.m.– noon, Friday, MayAVENUE 10 ADELICIA The Musallah Prayer Space 401 24th Avenue South (behind the Office of the University Chaplain and Religious Life) Sarratt Center, Room 110 8:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m., Friday, May 10 GRAND AVENUE Designated prayer spaces in Wyatt Center, Rooms 050 -1, 050 -2, and 050 -3 E AV E AV T Kissam Center Garage Delbruck Kissam Center E st SE rd ES Smith RR AC 21 UI 23 W N TE PL SO LO E AV D EN Baker Baker Building Building Elliston UE E AC E rrace Terrace Te ce Place Pla Garage Garage 20th AVENUE SOUTH ET NU RE E AV ST S YE HA PIERCE AVENUE South Garage Monroe Carell Jr Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt Dayani nter Village atilt Vanderb ial Commerc Village at ilt Vanderb nts Apartme Village at ilt Vanderb s Townhome CAPERS AVENUE Progr a m Procession starts at 9:00 Ceremonies on stage start around 9:20, end about noon (Guests remain seated during the processional) Prelude Ancient Airs and Dances, Suite No 1—iv Passo mezzo e mascherada (anon.) Ottorino Respighi English Folk Song Suite—1 March: “Seventeen Come Sunday” Ralph Vaughan Williams Academic Festival Overture, Op 80 Johannes Brahms Appalachian Spring Aaron Copland Overture to The Wasps Ralph Vaughan Williams Processional I (Banner Bearers, Deans, Founder’s Medalists, Candidates for Degrees) Almand Grand Intrada Fugue Canson Septimi Toni Intrade Canzon Rigaudon Processional II (Faculty) Trumpet Tune William Brade Johann Pezel Johann Pachelbel Giovanni Gabrieli Johann Pezel Giovanni Gabrieli André Campra John Stanley Processional III (Alumni President, Quinqs, Mace Bearer, Board of Trust, Administration, Chancellor, Chair of Board of Trust) Pavane “La battaille” (Nashville Chamber Brass Society conducted by Eberhard Ramm) Welcome Nicholas S Zeppos, Chancellor Presentation of Emeriti Susan R Wente, Provost Presentation of Chancellor Emeritus Bruce R Evans, Board of Trust Chair Recognition of Emeriti, Welcome to Other Academic Guests Awarding of Founder’s Medals for First Honors Farewell Remarks to Graduates Musical Interlude Elegy for Mippy II Tylman Susato Nicholas S Zeppos, Chancellor Susan R Wente, Provost Nicholas S Zeppos, Chancellor Hiram Sebastian Rodriguez, Junior, Blair School of Music Leonard Bernstein Conferring of Degrees Recessional (Masters, Doctors, and Their Faculties) “War March of the Priests” from Athalia Nicholas S Zeppos, Chancellor Felix Mendelssohn Awarding of Diplomas for Bachelor’s Degrees Alma Mater Led by Sage Elizabeth McEwan Pope, Senior, Blair School of Music (Words printed on inside back cover) Charge to the Graduates Finale “Hoe-Down” from Rodeo FRIDAY 10 MAY 2019 Nicholas S Zeppos, Chancellor Aaron Copland VANDERBILT CAMPUS Con t en ts The Academic Procession The Symbols and Regalia The Banner Bearers The Faculty Marshals The Student Marshals Nashville Chamber Brass Society Emeritus Professors The Nichols-Chancellor’s Medal Bachelor of Arts Spring 2019 Fall 2018 17 Summer 2018 18 Bachelor of Music Spring 2019, Fall 2018 19 Bachelor of Engineering Spring 2019 20 Fall 2018, Summer 2018 22 Bachelor of Science (Earned in the School of Engineering) Spring 2019 22 Fall 2018 23 Master of Engineering Spring 2019, Fall 2018, Summer 2018 24 Bachelor of Science (Earned in Peabody College) Spring 2019 25 Fall 2018, Summer 2018 29 Master of Education Spring 2019 30 Fall 2018, Summer 2018 33 Master of Public Policy Spring 2019 34 Doctor of Education Spring 2019 35 Master of Science in Nursing Spring 2019, Fall 2018, Summer 2018 37 Doctor of Nursing Practice Spring 2019, Fall 2018, Summer 2018 44 Master of Arts Spring 2019, Fall 2018 47 Summer 2018 48 Master of Fine Arts Summer 2018 48 Master of Liberal Arts and Science Spring 2019, Fall 2018, Summer 2018 48 Master of Science (Earned in the Graduate School) Spring 2019, Fall 2018 49 Summer 2018 50 Master of Accountancy Spring 2019 51 Master of Business Administration Spring 2019 51 Master of Management in Health Care Fall 2018 55 Master of Marketing Spring 2019 55 Master of Science in Finance Spring 2019 56 Fall 2018, Summer 2018 57 Master of Divinity Spring 2019, Fall 2018, Summer 2018 58 Master of Theological Studies Spring 2019, Fall 2018, Summer 2018 59 Master of Laws Spring 2019, Fall 2018 60 Doctor of Jurisprudence Spring 2019 61 Fall 2018, Summer 2018 64 Master of Education of the Deaf Spring 2019 65 Master of Laboratory Investigation Spring 2019, Summer 2018 65 Master of Public Health Spring 2019 65 Master of Science (Earned in the School of Medicine) Spring 2019, Summer 2018 66 Master of Science in Clinical Investigation Spring 2019, Summer 2018 66 Master of Science in Medical Physics Spring 2019 67 Doctor of Audiology Spring 2019 67 Doctor of Medical Physics Summer 2018 67 Doctor of Medicine Spring 2019 68 Doctor of Philosophy Spring 2019 70 Fall 2018 74 Summer 2018 76 Medals, Prizes, and Other Awards Founder’s Medals (First Honors) 80 The College of Arts & Science 83 The Blair School of Music 84 The School of Engineering 85 Peabody College 86 The School of Nursing 88 Undergraduate Schools 88 The Divinity School 93 The Graduate School 94 The Law School 95 The Owen Graduate School of Management 96 The School of Medicine 97 Army Reserve Officers Training Corps 99 Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps 99 Armed Forces Commissions Army Reserve Officers Training Corps 100 Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps 100 Members of Honor Societies Phi Beta Kappa 100 Pi Kappa Lambda 101 Pi Delta Phi 101 Gamma Kappa Alpha 101 Alpha Eta Mu Beta 101 Sigma Pi Sigma 101 Tau Beta Pi 101 Kappa Delta Pi 102 Sigma Theta Tau International 102 Order of the Coif 103 Owen Honors 103 Alpha Omega Alpha 103 Gold Humanism Honor Society 103 Sigma Delta Pi 104 Alpha Kappa Delta 104 Pi Sigma Alpha 104 T he Ac a de m ic T Procession Dean Linda D Norman, School of Nursing, followed by the faculty and the candidates for the degrees of doctor of nursing practice and master of science in nursing Their banner has an apricot field he processional begins as the candidates for degrees march onto Alumni Lawn, school by school Each group is preceded by a banner bearer and led by the dean and the Founder’s Medalist for the school The candidates move toward the platform from five directions V I Entering from the rear to the right of the audience are the Blair School of Music, the School of Engineering, the Divinity School, and the Owen Graduate School of Management They are led by: Entering from the rear of the audience is the College of Arts and Science, marching in two columns and led by: Dean John Geer, followed by candidates for the degree of bachelor of arts Their banner has a white field Dean Mark Wait, Blair School of Music, followed by candidates for the degree of bachelor of music Their banner has a pink field II Entering from the rear to the left of the audience are the Law School and the School of Medicine They are led by: Dean Philippe M Fauchet, School of Engineering, followed by candidates for the degrees of bachelor of engineering and bachelor of science Their banner has an orange field Dean Chris Guthrie, Law School, followed by the faculty and the candidates for the degrees of master of laws and doctor of jurisprudence Their banner has a purple field Dean Emilie M Townes, Divinity School, followed by the faculty and the candidates for the degrees of master of divinity and master of theological studies Their banner has a scarlet field Dean Jeffrey R Balser, School of Medicine, followed by the faculty and the candidates for the degrees of doctor of medicine, doctor of medical physics, doctor of audiology, master of education of the deaf, master of science (speechlanguage pathology), master of science in applied clinical informatics, master of science in clinical investigation, master of science in medical physics, master of laboratory investigation, and master of public health Their banner has a green field Dean M Eric Johnson, Owen Graduate School of Management, followed by the faculty and the candidates for the degrees of master of business administration, master of accountancy, master of science in finance, master of marketing, and master of management in health care Their banner has a light brown field A III Entering from the left of the audience near the platform is the Graduate School led by: fter the candidates are seated, trumpets will sound a fanfare and the first part of the academic procession will enter from the back of the audience The order is: Provost Susan R Wente leading in the professors emeriti and the faculty Dean Mark T Wallace, followed by the faculty and the candidates for the degrees of master of arts, master of science, master of fine arts, master of liberal arts and science, master of engineering, and doctor of philosophy The banner for the doctor of philosophy has a dark blue field After the faculty have entered, another trumpet fanfare will sound, and the second part of the academic procession will enter The order is: President of the Alumni Association Dan Lovinger IV Members of the Class of 1969 Entering to the right of the audience are Peabody College and the School of Nursing They are led by: Senta Victoria Greene, chair of the Faculty Senate, carrying the mace Dean Camilla P Benbow, Peabody College, followed by the graduate faculty and the candidates for the degrees of doctor of education, master of education, master of public policy, and bachelor of science Their banner has a light blue field Members of the Board of Trust Officers of Administration Chancellor Nicholas S Zeppos and Chair of the Board of Trust Bruce R Evans The Symbols and Regalia The Banner Bearers The visual symbols of Vanderbilt University communicate our rich history and our vibrant future The oak tree is a traditional symbol for education as well as for strength and longevity The stylized oak leaf and acorn in the Vanderbilt logo were inspired by motifs from the Vanderbilt family coat of arms The predominant colors in the Vanderbilt coat of arms are black and gold The initial “V” has been used frequently throughout the years as an architectural detail on campus buildings The Vanderbilt University wordmark incorporates two typefaces, graphically linking old and new, our history and our future Each banner, with a field in the appropriate academic color, is decorated with the Vanderbilt logo In recognition of Peabody’s history, a Peabody Centennial Medal in a round walnut frame is mounted above the banner Banner bearers this year are: Jordan Samantha Janis for the College of Arts and Science Gloria Liu for the Blair School of Music Ian Dennis Faucher for the School of Engineering Yifan Fu for Peabody College Natalie S Gale for the School of Nursing The current chair of the Faculty Senate carries the mace, an ancient sign of authority It is displayed on the front of the podium as the symbol of the university’s authority to confer degrees Symbolic images that decorate the gilded metal of the mace include VU monograms, embattled shields, oak leaves and acorns, irises and magnolias Elyse Ila Pierce for the Divinity School Eric Dylan Watts for the Law School Emily Christine Boone Redfield for the Owen Graduate School of Management William Wesley French for the School of Medicine The chancellor’s insignia of office is a silver and gilt collar that displays several emblems of the university The parallel chains of sterling silver are surmounted by alternating Vanderbilt shields and modified Founder’s Medals, from which hangs a medallion with an impression of the seal of the university The decagonal silver frame of the medallion symbolizes the ten schools Chelsea Nicole Peters for the Graduate School The Faculty Marshals Faculty members serve as marshals who manage the academic procession The university marshal plans the procession and the seating, and instructs the faculty and student marshals Faculty marshals are identified by gold cords draped over their left shoulders The marshals are: Trustees of the university wear black gowns distinguished by gold piping on the velvet bars of the sleeves The design of the academic regalia and the colors worn are significant Undergraduates—those receiving bachelor’s degrees—wear tassels signifying the degree they have earned: golden yellow for science, pink for music, and orange for engineering By tradition, the bachelor of arts degree tassels are black University Marshal Cynthia B Paschal, Senior Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education, School of Engineering; Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering; Associate Professor of Radiology and Radiological Sciences David A Berezov, Associate Professor of the Practice of Engineering Management The distinguishing mark of the gown is the sleeve: bachelor— a long, pointed sleeve; master—an oblong sleeve open at the wrist; doctor—open, pointed sleeves lined with dark blue satin to signify the Ph.D Vanderbilt’s custom gown for those receiving the doctor of philosophy has antique gold front and back panels and an embroidered “V” on the gown’s yoke Vanderbilt doctoral candidates wear eight-sided velvet tams with gold tassels Tucker Biddlecombe, Associate Professor of Choral Studies; Director of Choral Activities Emelyne Bingham, Senior Lecturer in the Teaching of Music Audrey Bowden, Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering; Dorothy J Wingfield Phillips Chancellor Faculty Fellow Ralph W Bruce, Professor of the Practice of Electrical Engineering The velvet edging of the doctoral hoods signifies whether the degree is J.D., M.D., Ed.D., D.N.P., or Ph.D.—purple for law, green for medicine, light blue for education, apricot for nursing, and dark blue for the doctor of philosophy, which may be earned in a number of disciplines Masters’ hoods are edged with white for arts, brown for fine arts, gold for science, purple for law, salmon pink for public health, peacock blue for public policy, scarlet for theology, light blue for education, orange for engineering, apricot for nursing, and light brown for business All hoods are lined with silk in colors signifying the institution granting the degree Vanderbilt hoods are lined in gold and bear a black chevron Stephen Gary Buckles, Principal Senior Lecturer in Economics James P Byrd, Associate Professor of American Religious History Andrea Capizzi, Assistant Professor of the Practice of Special Education C André Christie-Mizell, Dean for Undergraduate Education, College of Arts and Science; Professor of Sociology Alice Clark Coogan, Professor of Pathology, Microbology, and Immunology Elizabeth Covington, Senior Lecturer in English; Senior Lecturer in Women’s and Gender Studies Marshall C Eakin, Distinguished Professor of History Anita Mahadevan-Jansen, Orrin H Ingram Professor of Biomedical Engineering; Professor of Neurological Surgery Kathryn M Edwards, Professor of Pediatrics Joshua McGuire, Senior Lecturer in Musicianship Julia Ann Fesmire, Principal Senior Lecturer in English; Principal Senior Lecturer in Women’s and Gender Studies Catherine McTamaney, Associate Professor of the Practice of Education Michael J Fowler, Associate Professor of Medicine Roger E Moore, Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education, College of Arts and Science; Principal Senior Lecturer in English Emily Phillips Galloway, Assistant Professor of Literacy Education Senta Victoria Greene, Faculty Senate Chair, Stevenson Professor of Physics Neil Osheroff, John G Coniglio Chair in Biochemistry; Professor of Biochemistry; Professor of Medicine Timothy P Hanusa, Professor of Chemistry Kimberly J Paulsen, Professor of the Practice of Special Education Alissa A Hare, Senior Lecturer in Chemistry Shawn T Phillips, Principal Senior Lecturer in Chemistry Andrea Leigh Hearn, Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Education, College of Arts and Science; Senior Lecturer in English Prasad L Polavarapu, Professor of Chemistry Deborah Wells Rowe, Professor of Early Childhood Education Julián F Hillyer, Associate Professor of Biological Sciences Carl H Johnson, Cornelius Vanderbilt Chair in Biological Sciences; Professor of Molecular Physiology and Biophysics Carrie Archie Russell, Senior Lecturer in Political Science Heather J Johnson, Associate Professor of the Practice of Science Education John M Sloop, Associate Provost for Education Development and Technologies; Professor of Communication Studies Margaret Babb Kennedy, Assistant Dean for Non-Tenure Faculty Affairs and Advancement, School of Nursing; Professor of Nursing Daniel P Solomon, Principal Senior Lecturer in Classical and Mediterranean Studies Nathan D Schley, Assistant Professor of Chemistry Eric C Spivey, Research Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering Claire Sisco King, Associate Professor of Communication Studies; Associate Professor of Cinema and Media Arts Paul H Stob, Associate Professor of Communication Studies Nancy J King, Lee S and Charles A Speir Chair; Professor of Law Anita A Wager, Professor of the Practice of Mathematics Education Karen Ann Krieger, Associate Professor of Piano and Piano Pedagogy Matthew Walker III, Associate Professor of the Practice of Biomedical Engineering; Associate Professor of Radiology and Radiological Sciences Michael H Kurek, Associate Professor of Composition Michael A Lapré, E Bronson Ingram Associate Professor of Operations Management Francis W Wcislo, Associate Professor of History; Associate Professor of German, Russian, and East European Studies Adam List, Principal Senior Lecturer in Chemistry Dustin A Wood, Senior Lecturer in Communication Studies Haoxiang Luo, Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Eli Zimmerman, Assistant Professor of Neurology The Student Marshals The undergraduate deans select as marshals students who have distinguished themselves by service to their school They are identified by gold ribbons pinned to their left shoulders T h e C ol l e g e of A rt s & S c i e nc e Bachelor of Arts Janna Elizabeth Adelstein Dhivyaa Anandan Justin David Andujar Farah Arif Bill-Kande Badi Max Rimson Bernstein Madelyn Kate Bollig Zoe MacKenzie Brown Dara Lynn Craig Matthew Ryan Daza Benjamin Joseph Farhi Audrianna Eve Gill Andrew John Grant Alexis Leigh Gutierrez Rhea Harsoor Philipp Hauser Christal Sasha Netanya Hector Victoria Mescolin Herring Albert Eugene Holler IV Christopher Hornbuckle Jordan Samantha Janis Theo Elias Kandel Benjamin Jacob Karpas Crofton James Kelly Alexis Magda Lazarczyk Yiwei Li Stefan Alexander Marasligiller Morgan Grace Marquez Telyse Sienna Masaoay Analia Juliette Mireles Patrizio Murdocca Mitin Nachu Jennifer Ondrey Bonnie Pang Caleb Jamal Peart Leah Cannon Portis Zoe Vasiliki Psiakis Bushra Rahman Gwendolyn Faye Ranniger Antonia I-Wen Rohlfing Jocelyn Taylor Roth Dana Grace Rowe Myriam Bahig Shehata Alexis Jordan Smith Anoop Vemulapalli Courtney Everton Walters, Jr Clara Shu-Ning Wang Madeline Anne Ware Zoe Weinman Teresa Lily Xiao Jiayi Zang The Blair School of Music Bachelor of Music Julianna Kathleen Darby Kaela Marie Scheidemantle The School of Engineering Bachelor of Engineering Brayden J Aller Nicholas Gerald Belsten Claire Austen Chandler Madison Rae Eaker Pierce Stephen Finley Emily Elizabeth Herron Lauren Danielle Holtslander Ethan Thomas Jones Justin Michael Lynch Russell John Noah Steven Thomas Sherk Amanda Louise Brandeen Irfaan Mohammed Khalid Jasper Lu Robert Ritchie Molly Margaret Gentile Nicolette Grace Granata Joy Elaine Haugabook Kelly Hunt Holler Annalise Rawls Jirik Daniel Minwoo Kim Anna Jerence Leck Xinyu Eylon Liu Hannah Elise Malamud Lauren Margaret Perillo Kathryn Sarah Roach Benjamin Jack Scheer Abigail Marie Scullard Jennifer Marie Sheeren William Sullivan Daniel Christopher Wilson Jeffanie Wu Rongyu Xin Yinghao Zhang Jordan Elizabeth Zimmerman Horns Leslie Norton Jennifer Kummer Trombones Barry Green David Loucky Bass Trombone Prentiss Hobbs Tuba Gilbert Long Bachelor of Science Louisa Grace Allan Tashana Angelete Blair Peabody College Bachelor of Science Aya Lela Abou-Jaoude Rebecca Leigh Baldwin Kendal Elizabeth Bernard Haley Elisabeth Blankenship Madeline Claire Chastain Alex Seth Comisar Rachel Flores Nashville Chamber Brass Society Eberhard Ramm, Conductor Trumpets Jeff Bailey Patrick Kunkee Preston Bailey John Rommel Herald Trumpets Michael Arndt David Hobbs Joel Treybig Steve Patrick Emeritus Professors A faculty member who has served the university with distinction over a period of years, and who remains upon active status until retirement, may, upon recommendation of the appropriate dean, and the chancellor, be awarded the title “emeritus” or “emerita” by the Board of Trust The title may be awarded to officers of administration David M Bader Professor of Medicine, Emeritus Robert H Ossoff Professor of Otolaryngology, Emeritus Richard M Blackett Professor of History, Emeritus Michael R Petracek Professor of Cardiac Surgery, Emeritus Frank H Boehm Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Emeritus Jennifer F Reinganum Professor of Economics, Emerita E Bronson Ingram Chair in Economics, Emerita Aaron Bertrand (Randy) Brill Research Professor of Radiology and Radiological Sciences, Emeritus John J Rieser Professor of Psychology and Human Development, Emeritus Andrew F Daughety Professor of Economics, Emeritus Gertrude Conaway Vanderbilt Chair, Emeritus H Earl Ruley Professor of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology, Emeritus John H Exton Professor of Molecular Physiology and Biophysics, Emeritus Virginia M Scott Professor of French, Emerita Kenneth F Galloway Distinguished Professor of Engineering and Computer Science, Emeritus Dean of the School of Engineering, Emeritus Mitchell A Seligson Centennial Professor of Political Science, Emeritus Barbara Stengel Professor of the Practice of Education, Emerita Debra Coleman Jeter Professor of Accounting, Emerita William G Wiggins Professor of Timpani and Percussion, Emeritus Gennadi Kasparov Professor of Mathematics, Emeritus Phillip E Williams Research Professor of Surgery, Emeritus Joan E King Professor of Nursing, Emerita David M Miller III Professor of Cell and Developmental Biology, Emeritus James E Wittig Associate Professor of Materials Science and Engineering, Emeritus Randolph A Miller Professor of Biomedical Informatics, Emeritus Keith D Wrenn Professor of Emergency Medicine, Emeritus Bruce I Oppenheimer Professor of Political Science, Emeritus Nicholas S Zeppos Chancellor Emeritus (Effective August 2019) The Nichols-Chancellor’s Medal is one of the university’s highest honors and is awarded to individuals who define the 21st century and exemplify the best qualities of the human spirit It was established by Vanderbilt Law School graduate Edward C Nichols, Jr., and his wife, Janice, in memory of Edward Carmack Nichols and Lucile Hamby Nichols The medal is presented at Vanderbilt’s Senior Class Day and also carries a monetary award The 2019 Nichols-Chancellor’s Medal is presented to tennis legend Venus Williams, who is among the most accomplished and inspiring women in the history of sports—holding seven Grand Slam titles, five Wimbledon championships, and four Olympic gold medals Williams’ ascent began at the age of 14, when she took the tennis world by storm with her confidence and outstanding performances Today, Williams continues to compete on a global stage, and has also made waves as a designer, advocate, entrepreneur, and New York Times bestselling author As a testament to her creative side, Williams has gone on to found V Starr Interiors, a full-service commercial and residential interior design firm, as well as her activewear brand, EleVen, the largest apparel line ever launched by a female athlete Beneath all of these accomplishments, Williams is also a persistent champion of equality The United Nations cultural organization, UNESCO, titled her the first “Promoter of Gender Equality,” and the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) honored Williams with the Americanism Award for publicly defending Israeli player Shahar Pe’er, who was barred from the Dubai tennis tournament In addition, she has been honored as Glamour magazine’s “Woman of the Year,” and ESPN’s “WTA Player of the Year,” and has secured a spot in Vogue magazine’s “Top 10 Best Dressed” list, among countless other accomplishments THE STEPHEN A CALDWELL STUDENT MEDIA LEADERSHIP AWARD The Vanderbilt Student Communications board of directors created this award to honor Dean Steve Caldwell’s “many years of wise guidance, advocacy, and support of students and staff engaged in media at Vanderbilt.” Caldwell served more than twenty-five years in an ex-officio role as the Dean of Students’ representative on the VSC board of directors, until his retirement in April 2016 The Caldwell leadership award is presented annually to an outstanding student media division leader whose performance reflects Caldwell’s vision, integrity, and commitment to excellence Katherine Broeker Means Greenwich, Conn rights since his youth, Rev Asbury brought to Vanderbilt a sense of life, commitment, and tolerance that changed the culture on campus forever A true humanitarian and bridge builder, Rev Asbury brought together students, staff, faculty, and the community in conversation when it was needed most This award is given to an undergraduate student who exhibits the mindset of Rev Asbury in work towards interfaith dialogue Zahra Biabani .Katy, Texas RIPPLE IN THE POND AWARD In April 2001, the actions of two friends saved the life of Meredith Strong (’03) who had contracted a severe case of bacterial meningitis This award honors those women who enhanced the character of their community by reaching out to help another in need This award is available to any Vanderbilt undergraduate student or group of students whose act or acts create connections, or “ripples” which acknowledge our humanity and, thereby, advance our community, one-to-one, group-togroup The “Ripple in the Pond” described must have taken place within the current academic year (including the past summer) The recipient is eligible for the award only one time Sangami Pugazenthi Hawthorn Woods, Ill SUSAN FORD WILTSHIRE ESSAY PRIZE Sponsored by the Women’s and Gender Studies program and presented annually for the best undergraduate paper and the best graduate paper on topics concerning gender Depth of research, quality of analysis, originality, and clarity of presentation are considered Best Undergraduate Essay: Cassidy Frances Alla .Marblehead, Mass Joanna Huh Northbrook, Ill Ludwig Beethoven Jones Noya .Jakarta, Indonesia Best Graduate Essays: ROB ROY PURDY AWARD Rob Roy Purdy was a Chaucerian scholar and a leader in student affairs during his long career at Vanderbilt He demonstrated compassionate commitment to the holistic education of our students, a sense of humor, and the embodiment of our institutional values for faculty, students, and staff This award was established in 1979 to honor the senior vice chancellor emeritus The recipient of this award must be a junior or senior who demonstrates, through leadership, the qualities of humaneness, dedication, loyalty, and unselfish service to Vanderbilt University—characteristics exemplified by Rob Roy Purdy Siri Jennifer Nadler Larchmont, N.Y SUSAN JUNG AWARD The Susan Jung Award is given by the AsianAmerican Student Association (AASA) and the South Asian Cultural Exchange (SACE) to honor an undergraduate in the Asian American community, of junior or senior standing, who has shown outstanding commitment and passion to Vanderbilt through cultural and/or political education The winner of this award receives a $500 total check from the two sponsoring organizations Mahek Rohit Mehta Ellicott City, Md T ALDRICH FINEGAN AWARD Awarded for the best senior honors thesis in the Department of Economics Award shared by: Jeffrey Nils Jou Chicago, Ill Molly Helen Margaret O’Connor Louisville, Colo ROBERT PETER PRATT MEMORIAL AWARD The Robert Peter Pratt Memorial Award was established at Vanderbilt University in 1991 to honor Robert Peter Pratt (1954–1991), associate director of undergraduate admissions and long-time leader in promoting diversity within the student population This award is given annually to a Chancellor’s Scholar of junior or senior standing whose accomplishments best exemplify Peter Pratt’s commitment to diversity and unity, leadership and cooperation, warmth and openness, and unselfish service to others Olivia Nicole Cherry Queens Village, N.Y THOMAS M WESER AWARD This award was established in 1989 in memory of Thomas M Weser, a German exchange student who was killed while attending Vanderbilt Each year, the Weser Award recognizes an international student who has demonstrated an unusually strong commitment to intellectual life, cross-cultural appreciation, and personal integrity Weser Award recipients are typically active in student organizations and community service projects outside of the classroom, and maintain a solid record of academic performance Zhe Jiang Jilin, China ROBERT V DILTS AWARD Established in 1994 by the chemistry department and friends, in honor of Robert V Dilts, professor of chemistry, emeritus Presented annually to an outstanding graduating senior in analytical chemistry, with preference given to a student who plans a career in the field Mira Elizabeth Yousef Sioux Falls, S Dak THOMAS R PICKERING FOREIGN AFFAIRS FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM The Thomas R Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program is a program funded by the U.S Department of State that attracts and prepares outstanding young people for Foreign Service careers in the U.S Department of State Upon successful completion of a two-year master’s degree program and fulfillment of Foreign Service entry requirements, fellows have the opportunity to work as Foreign Service Officers, serving in Washington, D.C., and at a U.S embassy, consulate, or diplomatic mission around the globe Award shared by: Javan Khalil Latson .Ocala, Fla Sasha Jae Whitley Raleigh, N.C SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS, AND RESEARCH FOR TRANSFORMATION (SMART) SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM The SMART Scholarshipfor-Service Program was established as a concentrated effort to enhance the Department of Defense (DoD) workforce with talented, innovative, and brilliant scientists, engineers, and researchers While in school, students will receive full tuition, monthly stipends, health insurance, and book allowances, as well as summer internships that range from to 12 weeks Upon degree completion, scholars begin working in civilian positions with their sponsoring facilities The internships and work experience allow scholars the opportunity to learn from the greatest minds in STEM and defense Not only scholars pursue their passions in their respective fields during their educational phase, but also they begin a journey towards an empowering career to protect national security Rachel JoAnne Strons Naperville, Ill THOMAS W MARTIN AWARD Established in 1993 in memory of Thomas W Martin, professor of chemistry at Vanderbilt from 1957 to 1991 Presented annually to a graduating chemistry major who has excelled in physical chemistry and plans to attend graduate school in chemistry Kathryn Diane Segner .Grantsburg, Wis SKIP BAYLESS AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN SPORTS JOURNALISM Presented to an outstanding student who exhibits a tireless work ethic and relentless commitment to truth telling in sports coverage, analysis, and commentary Skip Bayless, BA’74, is a Grantland Rice Scholarship winner who was a Vanderbilt Hustler sports editor and a cum laude graduate He has enjoyed a long and celebrated sports journalism career He is best known for his nationally recognized work as a sports commentator on ESPN and Fox Sports He is an inaugural member of the Vanderbilt Student Media Hall of Fame Cutler Louis Klein Chappaqua, N.Y UDALL SCHOLARSHIP The Udall Foundation awards scholarships of up to $7,000 each to college sophomores and juniors for leadership, public service, and commitment to issues related to Native American nations or to the environment The Udall Scholarship honors the legacies of Morris Udall and Stewart Udall, whose careers had a significant impact on Native American self-governance and health care, and the stewardship of public lands and natural resources Andrew Brantley Harwell Pulaski, Tenn 92 UNDERWOOD MEMORIAL AWARD Endowed in 1961 by the late Newton Underwood in memory of his father, Judge Emory Marvin Underwood, long-time member of the Board of Trust The cash award is given to the most deserving and most promising graduating senior or graduate student in physics Award shared by: Yuhan Guo Nanjing, China Xiaojia Xu Shenzhen, China David K Zhang .Clarksville, Tenn FLORENCE CONWELL PRIZE Endowed, and awarded in the Divinity School for outstanding work in the area of preaching Jocelyn Denise Boulware Chester, S.C J D OWEN PRIZE Endowed, and awarded for the most satisfactory work on an assigned subject in the biblical field Award shared by: Olubunmi Aderiyike Adegbola Ibadan, Nigeria Daniel Clayton Lyvers Bardstown, Ky THE JOHN OLIN KNOTT AWARD Presented annually to three degree candidates for their achievements in scholarly writing in the discipline of biblical studies Award shared by: Lee Oscar Catoe Madison, Tenn Lauren Christina Tillman Savannah, Ga Trevor Bennett Williams Mukilteo, Wash THE WALTER C WATTLES FELLOWSHIP AT LLOYD’S OF LONDON The Walter C Wattles Fellowship at Lloyd’s of London was established by Walter C Wattles, BA’36, Atlanta, Georgia Awarded to three outstanding graduating senior women who will spend one year in London working in the international corporate insurance marketplace Award shared by: Melanie Erica Becker Moorestown, N.J Lily Harper Beveridge Austin, Texas Jacqueline Ann Welch Winnetka, Ill THE LISTON O MILLS AWARD Endowed by friends and alumni/ae of the Divinity School and the Graduate Department of Religion in memory of Liston O Mills, the Oberlin Alumni Professor of Pastoral Theology and Counseling, the award is presented for outstanding work in the area of pastoral theology and the study of religion, psychology, and culture Award shared by Joy Evangeline Bronson Nashville, Tenn Charles Frederick Brown Franklin, Tenn WILLIAM AARON PATHFINDER AWARD This award acknowledges the efforts of one upperclass student whose uncommon community service efforts and leadership evoke vision, creativity, passion, and innovation Named in recognition of William Aaron (’89), whose own pathfinding shaped the Office of Volunteer Activities (now the Office of Active Citizenship and Service), this award also celebrates Vanderbilt University’s extraordinary history of service to the community Zoe Vasiliki Psiakis Novi, Mich THE LUKE-ACTS PRIZE Established as a memorial to Mr and Mrs A J Mattill, Saint Joseph, Missouri, by members of their family, and awarded to the student in the professional or graduate program who, in the judgment of the professors of New Testament, writes the most significant paper on an aspect of Luke-Acts Matthew David Groves Mouth of Wilson, Va WRVU AWARD FOR DEDICATION TO EXCELLENCE IN RADIO The WRVU Award for Dedication to Excellence in Radio was endowed in 2007 by former WRVU general manager Dr Jamie Noble and is presented annually to an undergraduate Vanderbilt student who is a current WRVU DJ, a member of the executive staff, and one who has shown excellence beyond expectations for the position in dedication to WRVU in listenership, programming, music education of the public, engineering, or financial support Ayden Summer Eilmus North Fort Myers, Fla THE NELLA MAY OVERBY MEMORIAL AWARD FOR FIELD EDUCATION Presented to a student who has received a grade of Honors in field education and who, in the judgment of the faculty, has enriched the life of a congregation or offered significant service through a community agency Timothy Scot Robinson II Pikeville, Ky YENCHING SCHOLARS The Yenching Scholarship provides a fully funded master’s degree in one of six core areas of study at the Yenching Academy at Peking University, one of China’s oldest and most prestigious universities, alongside an international cohort of scholars Steven Yue Heng Yang Singapore THE ROBERT LEWIS BUTLER AWARD Awarded to a second- or thirdyear student for service and ministry in the African American church Award shared by: Corwin Malcolm Davis Tullahoma, Tenn Tamara Dianna French Antioch, Tenn YOUNG ALUMNI LEADER Each year, the Young Alumni Leader Nomination Advisory Group, composed of students and a representative from the Vanderbilt Alumni Association, presents a slate of three graduating seniors to the Vanderbilt Board of Trust for consideration as a Young Alumni Leader One nominee is selected for election to a three-year term on the board of the Alumni Association, followed by a two-year term on the university’s Board of Trust Somtochukwu Cynthia Dimobi Lagos, Nigeria ST JAMES ACADEMY AWARD Presented in recognition of the finest sermon prepared by a member of the senior class Martha Kathryn Beck Montgomery, Ala UMPHREY LEE DEAN’S AWARD Presented to the student who, in the judgment of the dean, exemplifies the broader vision of the Divinity School Angela Marie Dillon Nashville, Tenn T HE DI V I NI T Y SC HO OL THE W KENDRICK GROBEL AWARD Awarded to a graduating student for outstanding achievement in biblical studies Award shared by: Khortlan Dean Becton Nashville, Tenn William Lee Potter Grove City, Pa ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Given to the graduating student selected by the faculty who has achieved a high standard of academic excellence This year the award is given to a student in the Theological Studies degree program Award shared by: Elyse Ila Pierce Verona, Wis William Lee Potter Grove City, Pa WILBUR F TILLETT PRIZE Endowed, and awarded to the student doing the best work in the area of theology or ethics For 2018/2019, Ethics Khortlan Dean Becton Nashville, Tenn DISCIPLES DIVINITY HOUSE SCHOLAR AWARD Presented to students who excel academically and who hold great promise for ministry in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and who embody and foster the aims and purpose of the Disciples Divinity House at Vanderbilt-to shape excellent ministers in community of foundation and practice Award shared by: Catherine Kirkwood DeMoss Hopkinsville, Ky Benjamin Ashley Reece Louisville, Ky WILLIAM A NEWCOMB PRIZE Awarded to the student in the master of divinity graduating class who, in the judgment of the faculty, best represents the idea of minister-theologian and who has received a grade of Honors on his or her senior project Award shared by: Corwin Malcolm Davis Tullahoma, Tenn Timothy Jordan Luther Martinsville, Va ELLIOTT F SHEPARD PRIZE Endowed, and awarded to the student who, in the judgment of the faculty, performs the most satisfactory work in church history William Lee Potter Grove City, Pa 93 T HE GR A DUAT E SC HO OL THE AKUNURI V RAMAYYA AWARD Established by Akunuri V Ramayya, professor of physics, this award is given to the most outstanding physics and astronomy graduate student teaching assistant Award shared by: Thayer Storm Walmsley Baytown, Texas Samuel Thomas White Scottsville, Ky Duan Zhang Changxing, China Fangyu Zhong Beijing, China JOHN M ADEN AWARD Awarded for distinguished achievement in scholarly writing by a graduate student in English Katelyn Elizabeth Sheehan Antioch, Tenn THE JULIUS SEEMAN AWARD Presented annually to the student who best exemplifies the Department of Psychology and Human Development’s ideals of scholastic, personal, and professional achievement Ashli-Ann Latoya Douglas Montego Bay, Jamaica THE BARBARA STRUDLER WALLSTON MEMORIAL AWARD Awarded annually to the student in the Department of Psychology and Human Development who presents the most notable dissertation or article with a research focus on gender or on health Susanna Louise Sutherland Nashville, Tenn LAI SULIN SCHOLARSHIP The Lai Sulin Scholarship is awarded to a Graduate School Ph.D degree candidate to recognize excellence in research in an area related to cancer David Len Elion Southhaven, Miss B F BRYANT PRIZE FOR EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING Established in honor of Billy F Bryant, professor of mathematics, emeritus, who taught at Vanderbilt from 1948 to 1986 Awarded to a graduate teaching assistant in the Department of Mathematics “in recognition of concern for and accomplishments in teaching—qualities that characterized the career of Professor Bryant.” Award shared by: Blake Hayes Dunshee Zionsville, Ind Ryan W Solava New Lenox, Ill MIGUEL ENGUÍDANOS AWARD Endowed in 1993 in memory of Miguel Enguídanos, Centennial Professor of Spanish in the Department of Spanish and Portuguese from 1982 to 1985 Presented annually to a graduate student who has written the best paper or master’s thesis in the Department of Spanish and Portuguese Sahai Couzo Díaz Havana, Cuba MOST OUTSTANDING STUDENT PUBLICATION AWARD The award given annually to a graduate student for a first-author, high-impact article published during the previous calendar year For students enrolled full time in the Department of Physics and Astronomy Ph.D program during the spring semester of the year of the award Award shared by: Glenna C Dunn San Francisco, Calif Sylvia Irene Morrow Buffalo, N.Y THE BJARNI JÓNSSON PRIZE FOR RESEARCH Established in honor of Bjarni Jónsson, distinguished professor of mathematics, emeritus, who taught at Vanderbilt from 1966 to 1992 Awarded to a graduate teaching assistant in the Department of Mathematics “for exceptional research in mathematics as well as for outstanding research potential.” Award shared by: Longxiu Huang Shangrao, China Bin Sun Guangzhou, China MOUZON AND SULTAN SIDDIQI CITIZENSHIP AWARD Mouzon Siddiqi was an important member of the Graduate Program in Economic Development staff from 1987 to 2016 She and her husband, Sultan, opened their family to all students, staff, and faculty in the program; their warmth, kindness, and openness created an environment of love and companionship within the GPED Mouzon and Sultan demonstrated true citizenship The Mouzon and Sultan Siddiqi Citizenship Award was established to honor this extraordinary couple This award is given once a year to a student who best exemplifies “Siddiqi” citizenship towards their classmates This student is open and kind and goes out of their way to help make all students feel welcome and at home in Nashville This student is a problem solver, a confidante, a friend Jonghyung Youn Seoul, Republic of Korea E INMAN FOX ROMANCE LANGUAGE AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING Endowed in 2006 by James B Johnson, BA’54, in honor of his classmate E Inman Fox and his lifelong work in the field of romance languages and literatures Presented annually to a graduate student in the Department of Spanish and Portuguese in recognition of superior classroom instruction Award shared by: Daniel Romero Suárez Lima, Peru Carolina Rodriguez Tsouroukdissian Caracas, Venezuela FRANKLIN J MATCHETTE TEACHING AWARD Presented in the Department of Philosophy to a graduate student or students in recognition of exceptional skill in and devotion to the teaching of undergraduates Lyn Alison Radke Nashville, Tenn NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION GRADUATE FELLOWSHIPS Awarded to graduate students who are expected to contribute significantly to research, teaching, and industrial applications in science, mathematics, and engineering Award shared by: Noah Patrick Bradley Westerville, Ohio Steven Christopher Culver Fort Worth, Texas Sabrina M Curtis College Park, Md Joshua D Greenlee Albany, Ohio Geena Ildefonso Cooper City, Fla Marissa Arlene Jones Assaria, Kans Anna Victoria Kasdan Brooklyn, N.Y Sarah Frances Maddox Virginia Beach, Va Kathleen Elizabeth Moyer Long Valley, N.J Jessica Paredes Sarasota, Fla Alyssa Aurora Rodriguez Vista, Calif Sarah Anne Sacco Hamilton, N.J Savanna Rae Starko Moon Township, Pa Graham Adair Throckmorton Memphis, Tenn Kelsey Rochelle Webb Big Stone Gap, Va Megan Elaine van der Horst Cuba, N.Y FULBRIGHT RESEARCH GRANT The Fulbright U.S Student Program provides grants for individually designed study/research projects or for English Teaching Assistant (ETA) programs Applicants for research awards design their own projects and will typically work with advisers at foreign universities or other institutes of higher education The research awards are available in approximately 140 countries During their grants, Fulbrighters will meet, work, live with, and learn from the people of the host country, sharing daily experiences Alexandra Nicole Bronson Broadlands, Va THE HARDY CULVER WILCOXON AWARD Awarded annually to the graduating student in the Department of Psychology and Human Development who presents the most distinguished doctoral dissertation, in any area of psychological inquiry, whether published or unpublished Jason Douglas Rights Chapel Hill, N.C THE JAMES S AND ROSEMARY WORLEY AWARD Established in 1996 by alumni of the Graduate Program in Economic Development and friends and family of James Worley, professor of economics and business administration, emeritus, to honor his thirty years as a professor in the department and twenty-five years as a director of the program and to honor the many contributions of his wife, Rosemary This award recognizes a student in the program who shows strong academic ability, motivation, and enthusiasm to pursue graduate study in economics Award shared by: Roshani Naresh Bulkunde Nagpur, India Munib Inam Islamabad, Pakistan Maria Ayub Silat Karachi, Pakistan OUTSTANDING GRADUATE STUDENT TEACHING AWARD This annual award was established in 2013 to recognize exceptionally effective teaching by a graduate student instructor of record The Committee on Graduate Education selects award winners from among departmental nominees Each winner receives a cash prize and an engraved plaque Lauren A Mitchell .Brooklyn, N.Y 94 OUTSTANDING GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANT AWARD Established in 1988 by the College of Arts and Science to recognize outstanding undergraduate teaching by graduate teaching assistants Sheahan Gray Virgin Collinsville, Ill T HE L AW SC HO OL ARCHIE B MARTIN MEMORIAL PRIZE FOR SCHOLARSHIP Endowed, and awarded in the Law School to the student of the first-year law class who has earned the highest general average for the year This was awarded in 2017 for the 2016-17 academic year Joshua Burton Landis .Hamilton, Mass PAT BURNS MEMORIAL RESEARCH AWARD Awarded by the Department of Psychology in the College of Arts and Science in memory of Pat Burns’ service to students and given to a graduate student to recognize outstanding achievement in research Rebecca Cox .Hot Springs, Ark BENNETT DOUGLAS BELL MEMORIAL PRIZE Endowed, and awarded in the Law School “to the student of the senior law class, who is not only well versed in the law, but who shows the highest conception of the ethics of the profession, and who would strive to ‘Do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God,’ as did the one in whose memory the prize is given and whose name it bears, Bennett Douglas Bell.” Wesley Jaret Dozier Bartlett, Tenn ROBERT MANSON MYERS DISTINGUISHED DOCTORAL STUDENT AWARD Conferred upon the graduate student who has demonstrated the highest standards of achievement and promise for the future Kylie Jo Korsnack .Bowling Green, Ohio CARL J RUSKOWSKI CLINICAL LEGAL EDUCATION AWARD Awarded to the student who, in his or her representation of clients in the Law School’s clinical program, demonstrated excellence in practice of law and best exemplified the highest standard of the legal profession Alvaro A Manrique Barrenechea Lima, Peru ROBERT MANSON MYERS DISSERTATION AWARD Awarded to the student with the most outstanding dissertation as decided by the graduate studies committee: Amanda Michelle Lehr Nashville, Tenn ROBERT T LAGEMANN AWARD Established in honor of Robert T Lagemann, Landon C Garland Professor of Physics, Emeritus, who taught at Vanderbilt from 1951 to 1977 Given to an entering or first-year graduate student for exceptional promise in physics Brenda Fabela Enriquez Mexico CHRIS LANTZ AWARD Awarded each year to a student who demonstrates a dedication to developing a sense of community among his or her classmates with a strong capacity for leadership and commitment to his or her legal studies This award was endowed by the Class of 2011 to honor the memory of their friend and classmate Chris Lantz Shannon Nicole Vreeland Overland Park, Kans THE SUSAN W GRAY AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN SCHOLARLY WRITING Awarded annually to the student in the Department of Psychology and Human Development who is sole or first author on the most distinguished scholarly publication during the previous year Brian Oliver Bernstein Milton, Pa THE CHRISTOPHER S LANTZ MEMORIAL JOURNAL OF ENTERTAINMENT AND TECHNOLOGY LAW OUTSTANDING SERVICE AWARD Awarded to the student, other than the editor-in-chief, who has made the most significant contribution to the advancement of the Journal of Entertainment and Technology Law Reem Blaik Colton, Calif THOMAS DANIEL YOUNG AWARD Awarded for distinguished achievement in classroom instruction by a graduate student in English Award shared by: Sari Carter Pleasant Grove, Utah Jesse Ambrose Montgomery Nashville, Tenn DAMALI A BOOKER AWARD Presented annually to the third-year law student who has a keen dedication to legal activism and a demonstrated commitment to confronting social issues facing both Vanderbilt Law School and the greater Nashville community Award shared by: Wesley Jaret Dozier Bartlett, Tenn Megan N Mitchell Flint, Mich VIVIEN CASAGRANDE NEUROSCIENCE TRAVEL AWARD The Vivien Casagrande Neuroscience Travel Award is given in recognition of outstanding research by a graduate student or postdoctoral scholar This award honors the outstanding scientific achievements of Professor Casagrande and her dedication to the careers of young scientists at the graduate and postdoctoral stages of their careers Gabriella Elizabeth DiCarlo Coral Gables, Fla G SCOTT BRIGGS TRANSNATIONAL LEGAL STUDIES AWARD Awarded each year to the senior who has exhibited a high degree of scholastic achievement in transnational legal studies and who has made the most significant contribution to the development of international legal inquiry while a student of Vanderbilt Law School This award was endowed by Mr Briggs, JD’69, in memory of his parents Emily Paige Lipka Baltimore, Md WILLIAM EDWARD FERGUSON JR AWARD Endowed by William Edward Ferguson, Jr., Graduate School registrar, emeritus, in 2003, this award is given annually to recognize students in the Graduate Program in Economic Development for service to humanity Award shared by: Hana Bacaj Pristina, Kosovo Khodadad Shoayb Kabul, Afghanistan THE GRACE WILSON SIMS MEDAL IN TRANSNATIONAL LAW Awarded to the editorial board member, other than the editor-in-chief, selected as having done the most outstanding work on the Vanderbilt Journal of Transnational Law during the academic year Lea M Gulotta Brookfield, Wis WILLIAM F HODGES TEACHING ASSISTANT AWARD Established in 1994 by his family to honor the memory of William Hodges (PhD’67) Presented annually to a graduate student in the Department of Psychology judged to have provided outstanding service as a teaching assistant Steven Paul Errington Gateshead, U.K THE GRACE WILSON SIMS PRIZE IN TRANSNATIONAL LAW THIRD YEAR Awarded to the member of the third-year staff selected as having done the most outstanding work on the Vanderbilt Journal of Transnational Law during the academic year Jenna Irene McCarthy Sayreville, N.J WOMEN’S AND GENDER STUDIES HONOR PROGRAM To qualify for consideration, students must have met minimum college guidelines: (a) attained a minimum grade point average of 3.3 in all work previously taken for credit and at least a 3.3 in the program of concentration (n.b.: each department has the authority to set this minimum higher), and (b) exhibited to the department concerned such other evidences as may be required to indicate a capacity for independent study Formal admission is by nomination of the department/program and with approval of the Director of Honors Programs in the Office of the Dean Departmental standards for admission may exceed those established by the faculty for all departmental honors programs Ananya Sharma Bowling Green, Ky THE GRACE WILSON SIMS PRIZE FOR EXCELLENCE IN STUDENT WRITING IN TRANSNATIONAL LAW Awarded to that member of the graduating class contributing the best Note submitted for publication in the Vanderbilt Journal of Transnational Law Michael D Hoffmann Bloomington, Ind THE JORDAN QUICK MEMORIAL AWARD Awarded to the student judged to have made the greatest contribution to the quality of life at the Law School through his or her leadership with the Vanderbilt Bar Association Ben Joseph Colalillo Stockton, N.J 95 JOURNAL OF ENTERTAINMENT AND TECHNOLOGY LAW STUDENT WRITING AWARD Awarded to the student submitting the most outstanding piece of student writing for publication in the Journal of Entertainment and Technology Law Natalie F Pike Annapolis, Md THOMAS C BANKS AWARD FOR THE OUTSTANDING JESSUP TEAM MEMBER Selected and awarded by the Jessup Moot Court competition team to the member who has made the greatest contribution to the team’s overall success during the prior year This award was established in memory of Thomas Cloney Banks (JD’83) Spencer Christian Brooks Alexandria, Va JUNIUS L ALLISON LEGAL AID AWARD Awarded annually to the student who is adjudged to have made the most significant contribution to the work of the Legal Aid Society Award shared by: Emily Maree Grand Springfield, Mo Megan N Mitchell Flint, Mich WELDON B WHITE PRIZE Awarded to the student in the graduating class who submitted the best paper in fulfillment of the Law School’s advanced writing requirement Mackenzie Doska Hayes Flowery Branch, Ga K HARLAN DODSON MOOT COURT STAFF AWARD Awarded in the Law School to that senior member of the Moot Court staff, other than the chief justice, who has rendered the most outstanding service throughout the school year in all aspects of the Moot Court program Jenna Irene McCarthy Sayreville, N.J T HE OW E N GR A DUAT E SC HO OL OF M A N AGE M E N T DEAN’S AWARD FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE IN THE EXECUTIVE MBA Presented annually to a graduating student from the Executive MBA program who has achieved the strongest record in personal, professional, and academic performance in meeting the requirements of the degree Jordan Patrick Matthews Madison, Ala THE LAW REVIEW CANDIDATES AWARD Awarded by the secondyear staff of the Vanderbilt Law Review to the third-year staff member, other than the editor-in-chief, who has made the most significant contribution to their development as staff members of the Vanderbilt Law Review Natalie P Christmas Lithia, Fla DEAN’S AWARD FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE IN THE MASTER OF ACCOUNTANCY PROGRAM Presented annually to a graduating student from the Master of Accountancy program who has achieved the strongest record in personal, professional, and academic performance in meeting the requirements of the degree Jerrod Lewis Attias Nashville, Tenn LAW REVIEW EDITOR’S AWARD Awarded annually to a third-year editorial board member who has made the most significant contribution to the Vanderbilt Law Review Timothy N Townsend Nashville, Tenn DEAN’S AWARD FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE IN THE MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Presented to a graduating student from the MBA program in recognition of superior academic performance in meeting the requirements of the MBA program Award shared by: Lauren Elizabeth Holroyd Brentwood, Tenn Matthew James Pringle Nashville, Tenn MORGAN PRIZE Awarded in the Law School to the student contributing the outstanding piece of student writing to the Vanderbilt Law Review during the school year Samantha N Sergent Cleveland, Ohio MYRON PENN LAUGHLIN NOTE AWARD Awarded to the student, other than the recipient of the Morgan Prize, who contributed the best student Note published in the Vanderbilt Law Review Joshua Burton Landis .Hamilton, Mass DEAN’S AWARD FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE IN THE MASTER OF MANAGEMENT IN HEALTH CARE Presented annually to a graduating student from the Master of Management in Health Care program who has achieved the strongest record in personal, professional, and academic performance in meeting the requirements of the degree Award shared by: Erin Bedard Neal Nashville, Tenn Karan Samir Shah Nashville, Tenn Matthew Drake Spann Franklin, Tenn Timothy Harris Thomas Franklin, Tenn NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN LAWYERS’ OUTSTANDING LAW STUDENT AWARD Awarded to the student whose Law School involvement best fulfills the goals of contributing to the advancement of women in society and promoting women’s issues in the legal profession, and who has exhibited tenacity, enthusiasm, and academic achievement while earning the respect of others The association provides an honorary membership for a year, which includes receipt of its publications and other membership benefits Jade B Magalhaes Rio de Janeiro, Brazil DEAN’S AWARD FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE IN THE MASTER OF MARKETING Presented annually to a graduating student from the Master of Marketing program who has achieved the strongest record in personal, professional, and academic performance in meeting the requirements of the degree Award shared by: Sarah Diana Mahon Cincinnati, Ohio Christana Casey Wagner Milton, Ga THE PHILIP G DAVIDSON III MEMORIAL AWARD Awarded to the student chosen by the Vanderbilt Bar Association Board of Governors who is dedicated to the law and its problem-solving role in society, and who provides exemplary leadership in service to the Law School and the greater community Vanessa Michelle Zapata Larchmont, N.Y DEAN’S AWARD FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE IN THE MASTER OF SCIENCE IN FINANCE Presented annually to a graduating student from the Master of Science in Finance program who has achieved the strongest record in personal, professional, and academic performance in meeting the requirements of the degree Parker Henry Hendersonville, Tenn RICHARD A NAGAREDA AWARD Awarded by the Cecil D Branstetter Litigation and Dispute Resolution Program to a student in the graduating class for extraordinary achievement in the study of litigation and dispute resolution Nicholas Anthony Baniel Saint Louis, Mo FINANCIAL EXECUTIVES INSTITUTE AWARD Presented to a graduating MBA student for outstanding performance in accounting and chosen by the Owen accounting faculty Chad Hunter Fritzsche Monument, Colo ROBERT F JACKSON MEMORIAL PRIZE Endowed, and awarded in the Law School to “that member of the second-year law class who has maintained the highest scholastic average during the two years.” Awarded in 2018 at the end of the 2017/2018 academic year William D Pugh .Irondale, Ala FLOURNOY A COLES JR PRIZE Awarded annually to a graduating MBA student in recognition of contributions to international studies and contributions to the school The prize is endowed and honors the memory of Flournoy A Coles, Jr., professor of management, emeritus, and a founding member of the Owen School faculty Nishant Kumar Bhagalpur, India STANLEY D ROSE MEMORIAL BOOK AWARD Awarded to the law student who has submitted the best legal writing in the field of jurisprudence or legal history, in fulfillment of the Law School’s advanced writing requirement Daniel Stephen Lawless Hockessin, Del 96 H IGOR ANSOFF AWARD Endowed by several members of the Owen class of 1972 in honor of the first dean of the Graduate School of Management, and presented to a graduating MBA student for original and creative contributions to the Owen School The award is not given every year; it is reserved for recognition of exceptional service April C Hughes Lander, Wyo THE AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN INFECTIOUS DISEASES This award is presented annually by the Divisions of Infectious Diseases in the Departments of Medicine and Pediatrics to the student who has demonstrated outstanding aptitude and performance in clinical and investigative efforts in infectious diseases or microbiology Lillian Johnson Juttukonda Murfreesboro, Tenn MARTIN S GEISEL AWARD FOR LEADERSHIP IN THE EXECUTIVE MBA Established in 1999 and endowed by Owen faculty member William G Christie and his wife, Kelly M Christie, this award is given in memory of Dean Martin S Geisel, honoring over a decade of Dean Geisel’s leadership at the Owen Graduate School of Management The award is presented annually to a graduating student in the Owen Executive MBA program who has demonstrated leadership in executive education Tyler Dean Enstice Brentwood, Tenn BEAUCHAMP SCHOLARSHIP Endowed, and awarded to the student showing the greatest progress in the field of psychiatry Jessica Lindsay Burris Midlothian, Va CHAPMAN SOCIETY AWARD With nominations generated from the fourth-year class, this award is presented to a member of the graduating class who possesses those intangible qualities of common sense, knowledge, thoughtfulness, personal warmth, gentleness, and confidence which combine to make the “ideal doctor”—the person fellow classmates would most like to have as their personal physician David Rogers Scudder Nashville, Tenn MATT WIGGINTON LEADERSHIP AWARD Presented annually to a graduating MBA student in recognition of outstanding performance in finance Established in 1992 in memory of Madison S Wigginton, a founder of the Owen Graduate School of Management and a member of the Vanderbilt University Board of Trust, 1960–1991 Maria Alejandra Martinez Restrepo Quito, Ecuador DAVID L ZEALER PH.D OTOLARYNGOLOGY SCHOLAR INITIATIVE AWARD This award is presented to a medical student who excels beyond clinical competence and who has become distinguished for outstanding effort towards the academic mission of otolaryngology—research, teaching, and/or outreach Jean-Nicolas Gallant Montreal, Canada THE OWEN SERVICE AWARD Presented to a graduating student who has demonstrated outstanding effort and energy in leadership and community involvement and has a passion for student life The award is not given every year; the recognition is reserved for the student who unselfishly focuses on making the Owen Graduate School of Management a better place for everyone Award shared by: William Spencer Betts Nashville, Tenn Cally Elizabeth Biagini Nashville, Tenn Megan Christopher Sarasota, Fla Nicholas Cormier Houston, Texas Lauren Dawson Gresham, Oreg Neal Gregory Dyer Mequon, Wis Radhika Karve Mumbai, India Jason Kaspar Memphis, Tenn Hannah Elizabeth Keith Aurora, Ill Taylor Ashton Kunkel Nashville, Tenn Jacqueline Siew Lim Toronto, Canada Beatriz Elena Marrero Mussa Nashville, Tenn Nile Imani Marshall Chestnut Ridge, N.Y Lindsey Prescott Messmore Nashville, Tenn Bhanu Praneeth Nuthakki .Hyderabad, India Akihiro Ota Otsu, Japan Emily Christine Boone Redfield Dallas, Texas Brittani Rendina Roberts .Naperville, Ill Arthur Henrique Santos Miranda Foz Iguaỗu, Brazil Rebecca Dee Shaver Bridgeport, W.V Tyler James Skelton Oklahoma City, Okla Christana Casey Wagner Milton, Ga Yang Zhang Nashville, Tenn Lihui Zhu Hangzhou, China DAVID N ORTH AWARD IN ENDOCRINOLOGY This award is presented by the Division of Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolism and the Endocrine Society, the largest professional association devoted to all aspects of endocrinology, to a graduating medical student who has demonstrated outstanding performance in clinical or research endocrinology The award honors Dr David N Orth for his contributions to and leadership in endocrinology He served as director of Vanderbilt’s Division of Endocrinology and as president of the Endocrine Society Rochelle Erin Wong Irvine, Calif DEAN’S AWARD Presented to medical students distinguished by outstanding service to the School of Medicine and the community Award shared by: Jacqueline Elizabeth Harris Kennesaw, Ga Kathleen Anne Hiltz Cincinnati, Ohio THE DEAN’S AWARD FOR RESEARCH This award is presented to the graduating medical student(s) who best exemplify the attributes that lead to success, in basic science or clinical research, namely creativity, dedication, productivity, and careful diligence Award shared by: Melissa Harintho Bloodworth Nashville, Tenn Jean-Nicolas Gallant Montreal, Canada Michael Joshua Litt Jacksonville, Fla DIXON N BURNS AWARD IN MEDICAL ETHICS This is an award given by the Center for Biomedical Ethics and Society to the graduating medical student who has gained distinction in biomedical ethics through notable scholarship, excellence in clinical ethics consultation, and collegial engagement in the life of the center as a medical student Kelly Marie Schuering Saint Louis, Mo T HE SC HO OL OF M EDICI N E EXCELLENCE IN EMERGENCY MEDICINE This award is given on behalf of the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine This award recognizes a medical student who demonstrated outstanding ability and commitment to the specialty of emergency medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center Graham William Wakefield Van Schaik Columbia, S.C THE ALBERT WEINSTEIN PRIZE IN MEDICINE This award recognizes graduating students who have demonstrated high academic achievement, superior clinical competence, and the qualities of dedication and professionalism that characterize the good physician Kathleen Anne Hiltz Cincinnati, Ohio AMERICAN ACADEMY OF NEUROLOGY MEDICAL STUDENT PRIZE FOR EXCELLENCE IN NEUROLOGY This award is to recognize medical students for excellence in clinical neurology Amalie Chen Cherry Hill, N.J EXCELLENCE IN PUBLIC HEALTH AWARD The Excellence in Public Health Award is distributed by the Physicians Professional Advisory Committee (PPAC) of the United States Public Health Service (USPHS) The purpose is to recognize medical students who conduct public health work in their community and exemplify the USPHS and its mission to protect, promote, and advance the health and safety of our nation Thomas Edward Klink Stillwater, Minn THE AMOS CHRISTIE AWARD This award recognizes the student in the graduating class who has demonstrated the outstanding qualities of scholarship and humanity embodied in the ideal pediatrician Lauren Nicole Slesur Lemont, Ill 97 THE GEOFFREY DAVID CHAZEN AWARD This award for innovation in medical education was established to recognize a student, resident, fellow, or faculty member who has made special contributions to the educational programs of the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine through the development and implementation of effective innovation in educational approach Award shared by: Thomas Edward Klink Stillwater, Minn Joseph Isaac Salientes Wong .Sinajana, Guam Reed A Omary, M.D., M.S Faculty Matthew Walker III, Ph.D Faculty THE KAUFMAN PRIZE IN MEDICINE This award, honoring J Kenneth Kaufman, M.D (’39), is presented to a graduating medical student who has demonstrated qualities of humaneness, dedication, and unselfish service in the study of medicine and will apply these qualities in medical practice Award shared by: Jessica Lindsay Burris Midlothian, Va Kathleen Claire Gallagher Lexington, Ky THE LAURA KNOX HUMANITARIAN AWARD This award recognizes a graduating student in the Department of Hearing and Speech Sciences who possesses and exemplifies compassion for others through service leadership Jillian Becca Roberts Miami, Fla THE GEORGE AND BARBARA BURRUS MEDICAL MISSIONS AWARD This award is presented to students who have demonstrated exceptional interest in providing medical care to the poor during medical school either locally or abroad Award shared by: Joshua David Crosbie Cockroft Antioch, Tenn Joshua Pinilla Latner Alamo, Calif THE LEONARD TOW HUMANISM IN MEDICINE AWARD PRESENTED BY THE ARNOLD P GOLD FOUNDATION This award is given to a graduating student and a faculty member who demonstrate compassion and empathy in the delivery of health care, and who engender trust and confidence in both their patients and colleagues while adhering to professional ethical standards Award shared by: Gregory Paul Fricker Hahira, Ga Michael J Fowler, M.D .Faculty GERALD FENICHEL AWARD IN NEUROLOGY Dr Gerald Fenichel, professor of neurology and pediatrics, founded the Department of Neurology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and served as chairman from 1969 to 2001 As one of the founders of the Child Neurology Society, he made immeasurable contributions to the fields of neurology and child neurology This award is presented to a graduating medical student entering neurology or child neurology, who has demonstrated outstanding aptitude for clinical neurology and a devotion to patient care Glenn Ryan Harris West Windsor, N.J LONNIE S BURNETT AWARD IN OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY This award is given to the student demonstrating superior performance and who exemplifies the qualities of dedication, leadership, compassion, and integrity in the field of obstetrics and gynecology Shilpa Mokshagundam Louisville, Ky GLASGOW-RUBIN CERTIFICATES OF COMMENDATION FOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT This certificate is presented in recognition of women medical students who graduate as honor graduates, with special recognition to any female who is the top graduate It serves to reaffirm the American Medical Women’s Association’s commitment to encouraging their continuing achievement Award shared by: Jessica Lindsay Burris Midlothian, Va Jocelyn Star Gandelman Woodbury, N.Y Rachel Elizabeth Newton .Canterbury, N.H Shelby Renae Payne Sarasota, Fla Kelly Marie Schuering Saint Louis, Mo THE MILDRED T STAHLMAN AWARD This award, honoring the achievements and pioneering spirit of Vanderbilt pediatrician Dr Mildred Stahlman, is presented to the graduating student entering pediatrics whose performance exemplifies the highest standards of leadership, professionalism, and commitment to improving the lives of children Chelsea Nicole Lawson Crestwood, Ky THE OHDE-GRANTHAM AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN STUDENT RESEARCH IN HEARING AND SPEECH SCIENCES Given by the faculty in the Department of Hearing and Speech Sciences for recognition of excellence in student research Jena Christine McDaniel Powhatan, Va THE H WILLIAM SCOTT JR PRIZE IN SURGERY This award is presented to the graduating medical student who exemplifies the qualities of leadership, performance, and character reflecting the ideal surgeon Kathleen Claire Gallagher Lexington, Ky THE ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY CLERKSHIP AWARD This award is presented by the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery to the student who has excelled in both the third- and fourth-year orthopaedic clerkships, and who has demonstrated outstanding potential in the field of orthopaedic surgery Samuel Louis Posey Memphis, Tenn HOSPITAL AWARD OF EXCELLENCE This award, chosen by the chief residents of the services, recognizes the fourth-year medical student who has contributed most toward excellent patient care by demonstrating sensitivity, compassion, and concern in clinical responsibilities to patients of Vanderbilt University Medical Center Nishit Mummareddy Memphis, Tenn OSCAR B CROFFORD AWARD FOR DIABETES RESEARCH This award is presented by the Division of Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolism and the Vanderbilt Diabetes Center to the graduating medical student who has performed outstanding research in the area of diabetes This award honors Dr Oscar B Crofford for his contributions to diabetes research at Vanderbilt and throughout the world He served as director of Vanderbilt’s diabetes division and as president of the American Diabetes Association Nicholas O’Brien Kuhl Parkland, Fla J DONALD M GASS AWARD IN OPHTHALMOLOGY This award is established in honor of Dr J Donald M Gass, a graduate of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Class of 1957, and a renowned retina specialist This award is given to a student who demonstrates excellence in ophthalmic education and research Katherine Sumarriva Knoxville, Tenn PAULA C HOOS AWARD The Class of 2022 presents this award in recognition of excellence in student teaching in the basic sciences and to express our sincere appreciation for the assistance of members of the graduating class Award shared by: Kathleen Anne Hiltz Cincinnati, Ohio David Rogers Scudder Nashville, Tenn JAMES GWATHMEY PRIZE IN ANESTHESIOLOGY This award is presented to the Vanderbilt medical student who most clearly demonstrates the potential for excellence in academic anesthesiology Tracey Silu Hong Beavercreek, Ohio JAY W SANDERS HONORS IN AUDIOLOGY AWARD This award is given by the faculty in the Department of Hearing and Speech Sciences for outstanding clinical and academic achievement in audiology Bridget Elizabeth Kosilla Quincy, Mass RICHARD B JOHNSTON, JR AWARD This award is presented to a graduating student entering pediatrics who has demonstrated excellence in academic scholarship and an extraordinary commitment to clinical medicine exemplifying the highest professional standards of the physician scientist Lillian Johnson Juttukonda Murfreesboro, Tenn 98 ROENTGEN AWARD This award is given to a graduating medical student who has made important contributions in one of the radiological sciences during four years of study Named for Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen, a pioneer in diagnostic radiology, the award recognizes discoveries in either clinical or research areas Shelby Renae Payne Sarasota, Fla THE DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY SUPERIOR CADET DECORATION Presented to the most outstanding ROTC cadet in each year of military science who is in the top 25 percent of the class in both military and academic subjects and has demonstrated the greatest potential for service as a commissioned officer Award shared by: Nicholas Leclercq Fauchet Brentwood, Tenn Matthew Robert Nino Templeton, Calif Benjamin Michael Nissing Saint Charles, Mo Sean Vincent Patterson Nashville, Tenn RUDOLPH H KAMPMEIER PRIZE IN MEDICINE The Kampmeier Prize is presented by the Department of Medicine to the graduate who, in the judgment of the faculty, best combines high academic achievement with clinical excellence, original scholarship or research, and demonstrated potential for an academic career Nathaniel Craig Bloodworth Nashville, Tenn THE GEORGE CATLETT MARSHALL AWARD Presented to the top ranking MS IV cadet who has demonstrated those leadership qualities and scholastic achievements which epitomized the career of General George C Marshall—a soldier, scholar, and statesman, and is the highest award bestowed on an ROTC cadet Thomas Grant Whittaker Venice, Fla RUSSELL J LOVE HONORS IN SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AWARD This award is given by the faculty in the Department of Hearing and Speech Sciences for outstanding clinical and academic achievement in speech-language pathology Sarah Anne Chu Saline, Mich THE MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA Presented to the MS IV-II cadets who have demonstrated exceptional loyalty, dedication, and military proficiency, and who have demonstrated outstanding qualities of leadership, moral character, and a high aptitude for military service Laura Estelle Couzens Danville, Ky THE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AWARD OF DISTINCTION This award is presented to the student who has demonstrated outstanding leadership abilities in service to the School of Medicine Award shared by: William Wesley French Hot Springs, Ark Samuel Louis Posey Memphis, Tenn USAA SPIRIT AWARD Presented to a cadet who has displayed outstanding esprit de corps in services to his/her unit and the Corps of Cadets Gillian Rose Lee Eagleville, Tenn STEN H VERMUND AWARD IN GLOBAL HEALTH This award recognizes the graduating medical student who has most demonstrated a strong commitment to improving the health of the people of or from a lowor middle-income country through distinguished scholarship, education, and/or contributions to the improvement of clinical care The award was established in 2017 to honor Dr Sten H Vermund, who was the founding director of the Vanderbilt Institute for Global Health Joseph Robert Starnes .Mason, Ohio N AVA L R ESERV E OFFIC ER S T R A I NI NG COR PS JAMES G STAHLMAN AWARD To the Navy and Marine option midshipman of the senior class who, during the previous four years, has proven to be most outstanding in citizenship, scholarship, and leadership Award shared by: Pranav Kumar West Lake Hills, Texas Joshua Owen Stafford .Watson, La TENNESSEE ACADEMY OF FAMILY PHYSICIANS OUTSTANDING STUDENT IN FAMILY MEDICINE AWARD This award is presented by the Tennessee Academy of Family Physicians in recognition of dedication to the high ideals of family medicine Kathleen Patricia Anthony Allentown, Pa JOE L ROBY ESPRIT DE CORPS AWARD To the midshipman who has displayed outstanding enthusiasm and esprit de corps as a member of the battalion through involvement in NROTC and university activities, and has provided inspiration to fellow midshipmen and students Cole Taylor Samaroo Syosset, N.Y THE TOM NESBITT AWARD The Tom Nesbitt Award is presented by the Nashville Academy of Medicine to honor the outstanding service of Tom Nesbitt, M.D., a member of the academy and the 133rd president of the American Medical Association This award is presented to the graduating medical student who demonstrates exemplary character and leadership and has an understanding and appreciation for organized medicine Glenn Ryan Harris West Windsor, N.J NAVAL SUBMARINE LEAGUE AWARD To the senior midshipman who has demonstrated academic and leadership skills and has been selected for the Navy Nuclear Propulsion Program Joshua Owen Stafford .Watson, La A R MY R ESERV E OFFIC ER S T R A I NI NG COR PS THE AMERICAN LEGION GENERAL MILITARY EXCELLENCE AWARD Presented for general military excellence to an MS IV and an MS III cadet in the top 25 percent of the class in academic and ROTC subjects, who have demonstrated outstanding qualities in military leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship Award shared by: Steven Abbott Jacobs Brentwood, Tenn Christopher Eric Roscoe Schenectady, N.Y THE AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLASTIC EXCELLENCE AWARD Presented to the MS IV and MS III cadets who are in the top 10 percent in academic subjects and the top 25 percent in ROTC subjects, have demonstrated qualities of leadership, and have actively participated in related constructive student activities Award shared by: William Gardner Dapron Mercer Island, Wash Tressa Marie Fell Westminster, Colo 99 a r m ed forces com m issions A R MY R ESERV E OFFIC ER S T R A I NI NG COR PS N AVA L R ESERV E OFFIC ER S T R A I NI NG COR PS Second Lieutenant, U.S Army Reserve Second Lieutenant, U.S Marine Corps MAY 2019 MAY 2019 William Gardner Dapron .Mercer Island, Wash John Charles Fangmeyer, Jr Nicholasville, Ky Sean Vincent Patterson Nashville, Tenn Christopher Eric Roscoe Schenectady, N.Y Thomas Grant Whittaker Venice, Fla Emilee Mae Whitworth Murfreesboro, Tenn Pranav Kumar West Lake Hills, Texas Cole Taylor Samaroo Syosset, N.Y Ensign, United States Navy MAY 2019 Joshua Owen Stafford .Denham Springs, La M e m ber s of Honor PHI BE T A K A PPA Societ ies Seungyeon Jung Bethesda, Md Crofton James Kelly La Grange, Ill Meghan Anne Kennedy Palos Verdes Peninsula, Calif Connor William Kreb Mount Prospect, Ill Hailey Kresge .Lancaster , Pa Caroline Elizabeth Lalla Pawleys Island, S.C Jordann Nicole Lewis Bellmore, N.Y Alice Yunxia Li Lexington, Ky Andrew Li Bolingbrook, Ill Yiwei Li Beijing, China John Lichtenauer Harrison, N.Y Rebecca Sophia Litt Greenwich, Conn Lydia Ruth Lutz Glenview, Ill Jane Kaye Madden Brecksville, Ohio Jessica Rae McHale Royal Palm Beach, Fla Brooke Debra Mirkin Hewlett, N.Y Catherine Herlihy Nolan Winnetka, Ill Julia Elizabeth Olsen Cold Spring, N.Y Alexander C Picariello Westtown, Pa Cody James Prosperini Springfield, Ill Maximillian Raphael Bryn Mawr, Pa Kia Camilla Reijonen Helsinki, Finland Timothy Calhoun Rice Cincinnati, Ohio Andrea Elaine Richardson Sparta, Tenn Jocelyn Taylor Roth Boca Raton, Fla Dana Grace Rowe Chapel Hill, N.C Natalie Schmidt Athens, Ga Stephanie Schor Cornwall Bridge, Conn Brett Alan Schwartz Atlanta, Ga Kyle Logan Schwartz Minneapolis, Minn Stefano Giovanni Scotti Mountain View, Calif Lia Milan Severino Santa Monica, Calif Simon Charles Silverberg Baton Rouge, La Arunabh Singh .Collierville, Tenn Alexis Jordan Smith Dexter, Mo Alec William Smitten Providence, Utah Samantha Jo Somple Manchester Center, Vt Marisa Ann Stieber Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich Rachel Lynn Su .Saratoga Springs, N.Y Kristen Waichy Tran Arlington, Texas Anoop Vemulapalli Plano, Texas Harrison Myers Whyte Paradise Valley, Ariz National Honor Society in the Liberal Arts and Sciences CLASS OF 2019 Aya Lela Abou-Jaoude .El Ghabeh, Lebanon Luul Abdinasir Aden Mount Juliet, Tenn Aaron Joseph Ainsworth Highland, Calif Nicholas James Ainsworth Highland, Calif Madeline Claire Allen Charlotte, N.C Mary Winslow Anderson Atlanta, Ga Farah Arif Gurnee, Ill Whitney Elizabeth Beach .Munster, Ind Olivia Augusta Becker Jackson, Miss Andrew Soukup Bender .Saint Cloud, Minn Kendall Elizabeth Bernard Houston, Texas Max Rimson Bernstein Los Ranchos, N.Mex Haley Wilde Bowse Needham, Mass Timothy Conor Carey San Jose, Calif Sheridan Davis Chappelle Tulsa, Okla Ethan Chervonski Peachtree Corners, Ga Bennett Christopher Diaz Atlanta, Ga Wenhao Du Bayside, N.Y Travis Connor Duck Austin, Texas Noah Gabriel Engel Oceanside, N.Y Nicholas James Fowler Carmel, Ind Daniel Alexander Freedland Irvine, Calif Sarah Evelyn Friedman .Potomac, Md Courtney Suzanne Glait Carmel, Ind Jonathan Hanks Greenfield Charlotte, N.C Emily Ann Grinstead Houston, Texas Alexis Gutierrez Phoenix, Ariz Hannah Jin Hagan .Owensboro, Ky Richard Minor Hamrick IV Richmond, Va Sydney Louise Hanan Sarasota, Fla Caitlyn Elizabeth Hann Oakton, Va Casey Janet Hansen .Hilliard, Ohio Kathryn Rose Hanson Lake Forest, Ill Sennen Clark Healy Garnet Valley, Pa Christal Sasha Netanya Hector Southwest Ranches, Fla Audrey Elisabeth Hommes .Charlotte, N.C Sommer Nicole Howard Kansas City, Mo 100 A L PH A E T A MU BE T A Lindsay Williams Herndon, Va Ava Michelle Wilson Houston, Texas Jeffanie Wu Naperville, Ill Steven Yue Heng Yang .Singapore Biomedical Engineering Honor Society CLASS OF 2019 CLASS OF 2020 Ethan Thomas Jones Cookeville, Tenn Andrew Joon Lee Jacksonville, Fla Andrew Li Bolingbrook, Ill Jonathan Lee Samuels Chesterfield, Mo Emma K Sterling .Saint Louis, Mo Kelly Elizabeth Swanson Palo Alto, Calif Sophia DeMarchi* .Basking Ridge, N.J Melissa Dolins* Deerfield, Ill Henry Grant Goldberg* .Dallas, Texas Hayden Lan Hunt* Saint Louis, Mo Mallory Johnson* .Columbia, S.C Dylan Reilly* Dallas, Texas _ CLASS OF 2020 *Elected junior year Kacie Carae Breeding Chadds Ford, Pa Justin Pierce Cruz Palatine, Ill Kendall Helene Derry Fair Oaks, Calif Katelyn Marie Henderson Columbus, Ohio Connor Douglas Krolak Lexington, Ky Allen Joseph Luna Dayton, Ohio William Aidan Pace Fayetteville, Tenn Madelyn Marie Scmall Chanhassen, Minn Kathryn Lynn Ufford Bloomfield Hills, Mich PI K A PPA L A M BDA National Music Honor Society CLASS OF 2019 Mattie Carol Brister Georgetown, Texas Julianna Kathleen Darby Huntsville, Ala Brigit Maynard Fitzgerald Phoenix, Ariz Corinne Elizabeth Fombelle Forsyth, Ill Samantha Hartsfield Sugar Land, Texas Gloria Liu Irvine, Calif Jonathan Mitchell Chicago, Ill Sage Elizabeth McEwan Pope Oak Park, Ill Rachel Sciaky Prendergast Denver, Colo Jeremy W Rosenstock Burlingame, Calif Kaela Marie Scheidemantle Pasadena, Calif SIGM A PI SIGM A National Physics Honor Society CLASS OF 2019 Nicholas Gerald Belsten .Melbourne Beach, Fla Joseph Paul Eilbert Darien, Ill Yuhan Guo Nanjing,, China Patrick Daniel Kunetz Darien, Conn Jordan Becket Moore Brentwood, Tenn Robert James Saskowski Antioch, Tenn Keaton Ufheil Cape Coral, Fla Xiaojia Xu Shenzhen, China David K Zhang Clarksville, Tenn CLASS OF 2020 Rachel Haber Scarsdale, N.Y Nicholas Stephen Heilborn High Point, N.C Olivia Catherine Hunt .Alpharetta, Ga Patrick Pharo Mills .Vestavia, Ala Matthew James Shorten Vestavia Hills, Ala PI DELT A PHI T AU BE T A PI National French Honor Society Scholarship Fraternity in Engineering CLASS OF 2019 CLASS OF 2019 Abigail Shayne Bell Munford, Tenn Tajeira Chantelle Bonner Poughkeepsie, N.Y David Orlando Castro Chicago, Ill Natalie Rose de Benedetti San Francisco, Calif Benjamin Joseph Farhi New York, N.Y Charles Dean Hackemer Fairfax, Va Maya Janelle Hardrick Savannah, Ga Victoria Mescolin Herring Herndon, Va Audrey Elisabeth Hommes .Charlotte, N.C Theo Elias Kandel New York, N.Y Madeleine Moss Sherburn Tulsa, Okla Christina Emily Wang Arlington, Tenn Allison Albright Alpharetta, Ga Tyler Grant Anderson Barrington, Ill Nicholas Gerald Belsten Melbourne Beach, Fla Mitesh Dakshesh Bhalani Lawrenceville, Ga Garrett Alejandro Camps Melbourne Beach, Fla Yifan Chen Chengdu, China Xueying Ding Nanjing, China Lindsay Peyton Eller Commack, N.Y Andrew James Hamilton Atlanta, Ga Matthew Conrad Johnson Pasadena, Calif Ethan Thomas Jones Cookeville, Tenn Liam James Kelly Montclair, N.J Christopher Mohammad Khan Franklin, Tenn Kelsey Claire Louise Leeburg Boulder, Colo Andrew Li Bolingbrook, Ill Mohamad Ali Yazdani Mehrdad Yazdani Kota, Malaysia Irfan Sabri Bin Mohd Sabri Nilai, Malaysia Kristin Quah Singapore Keaton Lucas Scherpereel Flagstaff, Ariz Masturina Sahira Sukri Kota Bharu, Malaysia Anthony Adkins Swenson Nashville, Tenn Chengtian Yan Shanghai, China G A M M A K A PPA A L PH A National Italian Honor Society CLASS OF 2019 Stephanie Schor Cornwall Bridge, Conn Elizabeth Joy Weiss Sharon, Mass 101 Shannon Eileen Davies Joelton, Tenn Meredith Estes Donahue Richmond, Va Karen Comstock Dostaler Brentwood, Tenn Krzysztof Sebastian Dworski Nashville, Tenn Darshi Wickrama Edirisooriya Webb City, Mo Mary Ann Lorenzo Enriquez Orange Park, Fla Tiffany Carol Farina Fort Myers, Fla Brooke M Faught Brentwood, Tenn Lindsey Forleo Merrimack, N.H Courtney Ann Foulk Camdenton, Mo Andres Marco Fraga Ringgold, Ga Frances Maribel Gaudier .Jacksonville, Fla Natima Antone Geis Lexington, Ky Emilie Grace Gelpi Baton Rouge, La Meagan Taylor Gilday Nashville, Tenn Adam T Goins White Lake, Mich, Jacklyn Michelle Griffin Macomb, Mich Nataly Guifarro Hermitage, Tenn Margaret Kathleen Halloran Ann Arbor, Mich, Abigail M Harries Nashville, Tenn Alexandria Denton Harvick Nashville, Tenn Piper McKenzie Hays .Niantic, Conn Emma Elizabeth Heer La Cañada, Calif Heather Mae Hemmeger Nashville, Tenn Ashley Parker Holmes .Portland, Oreg Kristina Anne Holmes Boulder, Colo Justin Eugene Hoyt Oregon City, Oreg Kathryn Lemoine Hurst Evansville, Ind Nancy Mayhew Husson Durham, N.C Tara N Hux Sikeston, Mo Jennifer Deibert Keck Wyoming, Mich Brittany Nicole Kirby Nashville, Tenn Kindsey Joy Kirkwood Pasadena, Texas Marissa Klausner Carmel, Ind Holly Lauren Kosir Baltimore, Md Laura Ashley Logan Nashville, Tenn Elizabeth Claire Lohr Louisville, Ky Heather Mantsch Minneapolis, Minn Lucy Elizabeth Martin Nashville, Tenn Amanda McClure Fayetteville, Ark, Jonelle R Milfort Port Saint Lucie, Fla Bailey Marie Monarch Tarpon Springs, Fla Lorna Lea Morris Nashville, Tenn Katie Ruth Morrow Nashville, Tenn Anjuli Munjal Nashville, Tenn Jenna Theresa Murray Moon Township, Pa Amelia Catherine Norman Nashville, Tenn Hillary R Osborne Winchester, Ky Rita Faye Peters .Indian Mound, Tenn Leah Dianne Peterson Tulsa, Ohio Connie LouAnn Phillip Anderson, S.C Carina Laya Platner Wellington, Fla Jamie Lee Plaxco Leighton, Ala Lauren Leeanne Poleto Mebane, N.C Kelsey Markham Pope Collierville, Tenn Jamie Bradford Powers .Bowling Green, Ky Rhakevia Brionna Reeves Memphis, Tenn Sonia Haymore Reyes Oakland, Calif Jennifer Elizabeth Rice Milan, Tenn Kathryn Renee Roach Jackson, Tenn Bettina Louise Ryan Hermitage, Tenn Thomas David Sanderson Nashville, Tenn Darby Cook Sangrey Nashville, Tenn Sarah Duncan Saussy Abita Springs, La Virginia Elise Schlitt Johnson City, Tenn Abigail Ruth Self Louisville, Ky Molly Jill Shand .Bloomington, Minn CLASS OF 2020 Keegan Maguire Campanelli Palmyra, Va Elizabeth Jean Curvino Atlanta, Ga Tristan Alexander Gilbert Evergreen, Colo Dalton Ray Gullett Windermere, Fla Jiuke Huang Chengdu, China Andrew David Hunt .Birmingham, Ala Tamas Adam Kis Tampa, Fla Hannah Riley Knight Cape Girardeau, Mo Luke David Hall Neise .Wildwood, Mo John Francis Noyes Bethesda, Md Brandon Cole Paikoff .Stanford, Calif Syafiq Abdur Rahman Subang Jaya, Malaysia Samantha Seitz Simon Hewlett, N.Y Alana Claire Suter The Woodlands, Texas Chong Zhao Beijing, China K A PPA DELT A PI Education Honorary Society of Peabody College CLASS OF 2019 Erica Lynne Bundy Oak Ridge, Tenn Kaitlyn Elizabeth Caughfield Rye, Colo Yifan Fu .Shanghai, China Samantha Gillian Kapner Scarsdale, N.Y Anna Lee McLean Loganville, Ga Karen Elizabeth Sun Winter Park, Fla Nora Caroline Yanai Syracuse, N.Y SIGM A T HE T A T AU I N T ER N AT ION A L I OTA C H A P T E R Honor Society of Nursing CLASS OF 2019 Rachel Marie Ames Huntsville, Ala Lydia Jeanette Auffarth Greenville, S.C Abdul Majid Aziz Mission Viejo, Calif Krista Nicole Bailey Murfreesboro, Tenn Barbara L Ball Nashville, Tenn Nore Batouli Astoria, Oreg Audrey Savannah Bemis Lawrenceville, Ga Abbey Jo Bentley .Salt Lake City, Utah Grace Elizabeth Bowser Keswick, Va La Donna Delaine Brown Baltimore, Md Ashley Jean Buckberg Denver, Colo Elizabeth Marie Burgess Jacksonville, Fla Jenna Burke Burlington, Mass Lauren Elizabeth Butler Newbern, Tenn Olivia Decker Campbell Nashville, Tenn Leigh Ann Canter Nashville, Tenn Bethany Marie Carter Mi-Wuk Village, Calif Cristina Caviglia El Paso, Texas Katharine Louise Cella Saint Louis, Mo Julie Beth Clark .Collegeville, Pa Allyson Mae Cole Gainesville, Ga Eleanor Bridgewater Condie Saint Louis, Mo Elizabeth Bernadette Marino Condit Spring, Texas Claudia Lorena Cornejo Houston, Texas Sarah Paige Cox Hendersonville, N.C Alysse Rochelle Craft Hudson, Fla Jose Miguel Cruz Lexington, Ky Denerica L Curry Columbus, Ohio Rebecca Bruce Daniels Danville, Va 102 William F Siegal Nashville, Tenn Pardeep Kaur Singh Del Rey, Calif Jaclyn Marie Sojda Aurora, Ohio Caroline Renee Solomon Nashville, Tenn Susannah Cooper Spero Nashville, Tenn Sabrina Michele Stover Cleveland, Tenn Todd Elliot Styles .Springfield, Ill Margaret Ann Throckmorton Franklin, Tenn Nicole Troup Dallas, Texas Eliza Rebecca Turner Madison, Wis Sarah Elizabeth Ulery Mount Juliet, Tenn Grace Elisabeth Underhill Lynn Haven, Fla Jean Nicole Walker Evergreen, Colo Steven Richard Emerson Welton Nashville, Tenn Jerald Martin Westendorf Fremont, Calif Ellen Katherine Williams Nashville, Tenn Elizabeth Sauls Willoughby Hoover, Ala Rachael Elizabeth Wills Raleigh, N.C Melinda Mayton Wray Cornersville, Tenn Jacqueline Wu Holmdel, N.J Anne Caroline Yanda Marietta, Ga Elizabeth Anne Yeater Sequim, Wash Jaime Young Oakland, Calif Sarah Davenport Ziegler .Clarksville, Tenn CLASS OF 2019 Peter Antonio Adelfio Nashville, Tenn Jerrod Lewis Attias Nashville, Tenn Christopher James Beless Atlanta, Ga Cally Elizabeth Biagini Nashville, Tenn Sayrge Adam Braccio .Scottsdale, Ariz Alyson Carly Brock Dresher, Pa Eric Allan Brooks Palatine, Ill Julia Ellen Brown Nashville, Tenn Nan Chen Tianjin, China Matthew Kemper Davis Montgomery, Ala Jonathan Jacob Eisen Nashville, Tenn Bryan Chike Ejiofor Lagos, Nigeria Jose Antonio Espinosa Quito, Ecuador Duncan Mackenzie Fletcher .Columbus, Ga Hailey McCall Foote Prospect, Ky Chad Hunter Fritzsche Monument, Colo Thomas Edward Gallagher Arlington, Texas John Hunter Greenwood Nixa, Mo Edoardo Gullino Borgo San Dalmazzo, Italy Ashish Gupta Noida, India Taylor Ashley Hale Nashville, Tenn Parker Henry Hendersonville, Tenn Phillip E Henson Austin, Texas Kevin Hoffman Bucktown, Pa Lauren Elizabeth Holroyd Brentwood, Tenn Andrew Miles Hornback .Louisville, Ky Caroline Nicole Hudson .Spanish Fort, Ala Alexandra Ann Huff Stuart, Fla Marissa Ivery-Rogers .Stone Mountain, Ga Radhika Karve Mumbai, India Jason Kaspar Memphis, Tenn Dylan Max Keegan Palisades, N.Y Surabhi Khanna Franklin, Tenn Patrick Knox .Canterbury, United Kingdom Nishant Kumar Bhagalpur, India Nicholas Jewsuwan Le, Sr DeWitt, Mich ChuanJiang Liu Vancouver, Canada Sarah Diana Mahon .Cincinnati, Ohio Ryan Adam Martin Center Conway, N.H Maria Alejandra Martinez Restrepo .Quito, Ecuador Jordan Patrick Matthews .Madison, Ala Charles Donald McDonald IV Brentwood, Tenn Marc Leslie McFarland Berkeley Heights, N.J Jubal Andrew Miller Richmond, Ky Madhumita Ananthakrishnan Murphy Franklin, Tenn Mary Britt Nichols Murphy Nashville, Tenn Alan Rudolph Myers .Collierville, Tenn Bhanu Praneeth Nuthakki Hyderabad, India Sean Michael O’Donovan Baltimore, Md Matthew James Pringle Nashville, Tenn Lucas Ranallo Memphis, Tenn Emily Christine Boone Redfield Dallas, Texas Eric Gerald Richard Nashville, Tenn Patrick David Rinaldi Nashville, Tenn Brittani Rendina Roberts Naperville, Ill Huntley Elizabeth Rodes New York, N.Y Gianna Gabrielle Rosati Redwood City, Calif Smit Rohit Savani Harrisburg, N.C Robert Andrew Schumpert Brentwood, Tenn Rebecca Dee Shaver Bridgeport, W.Va Clinton Shane Sloan Nashville, Tenn Benjamin Thomas Spargo Bristol, Conn Michael John Splittorf Nashville, Tenn Peter Robert Taylor Nashville, Tenn Hieu Manh Tran Cao Lanh, Vietnam Dillon Riddle Vess Burnsville, N.C Christana Casey Wagner Milton, Ga Yang Zhang Nashville, Tenn OR DER OF T HE COIF National Scholastic Honor Society in Law CLASS OF 2018 Zoe Michal Beiner Sandy Springs, Ga Cassandra Michelle Burns Louisville, Ky Mark Alexander Carver Kingsport, Tenn Catherine Cassel Ciriello West New York, N.J Paige N Costakos Milwaukee, Wis Richard Turner Henderson Nashville, Tenn Nell Blair Henson .Columbus, Ga Virginia Douglas Hiner Richmond, Va Miron Klimkowski Memphis , Tenn Samuel Thomas Mallick .Dallas, Texas Shannon C McDermott Minneapolis, Minn Alexandra Michelle Ortiz Amsterdam, N.Y Walter Allen Perry, Jr Virginia Beach, Va Victoria Lynn Romvary Medford Lakes, N.J Margaret Grace Wilkinson Smith .Ann Arbor, Mich Donovan Eric Sowder Berea, Ky Nicole A Weeks .Lynnfield, Mass Blake C Woodward Bethel, Ohio _ Members of the current class in the Law School are not elected until after Commencement; therefore, the list is always for the previous year OW E N HONOR S Honor Society of the Owen Graduate School of Management CLASS OF 2018 Rakesh Chandra Nashville, Tenn Erin Bedard Neal Nashville, Tenn Karan Samir Shah Nashville, Tenn Matthew Drake Spann Franklin, Tenn Timothy Harris Thomas Franklin, Tenn 103 A L PH A OM EG A A L PH A SIGM A DELT A PI Honor Society of the School of Medicine National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society CLASS OF 2019 CLASS OF 2019 Nicolas Awad Baddour Norco, Calif Daniel Adam Balikov Wilmette, Ill Jessica Lindsay Burris .Midlothian, Va Jackson Joseph Sanden Cabo Studio City, Calif Benjamin Ari Fensterheim Rockville, Md Gregory Paul Fricker .Hahira, Ga Jocelyn Star Gandelman Woodbury, N.Y Lauren Elizabeth Holroyd Brentwood, Tenn Alexander Amir Hysong Bethesda, Md Lillian Johnson Juttukonda Murfreesboro, Tenn Thomas Edward Klink Stillwater, Minn Nicholas O’Brien Kuhl Parkland, Fla James Leathers Portland, Oreg Shelby Renae Payne Sarasota, Fla Hannah Meredith Phelps Saint Charles, Mo Samuel Louis Posey Memphis, Tenn Jesse Patton Robinette Maryville, Tenn Lauren Nicole Slesur Lemont, Ill Matthew Tyler Stier .Springboro, Ohio Yongseok Cho Fairfax, Va Sarah Griffith .Fairfield, Conn Sydney Louise Hanan Sarasota, Fla Sofia Alexandra Shirley Dallas, Texas Henry Armando Utset Chicago, Ill Alexandra Nicole Verzella Columbus, Ohio James Michael Wilhelmi San Jose, Calif A L PH A K A PPA DELT A Sociology Honor Society CLASS OF 2019 Betty Coco Ma Chandler, Ariz Zoe Vasiliki Psiakis Novi, Mich PI SIGM A A L PH A Political Science Honor Society G OL D H UM A NISM CLASS OF 2019 Honor Society of the School of Medicine William Won-Jae Chang Alpharetta, Ga Whitney Elizabeth Beach .Munster, Ind Hannah Jin Hagan .Owensboro, Ky Charlotte Patten Mellgard New York, N.Y Lindsey Mae Waller Manhattan Beach, Calif Katherine Dalton Ward Falls Church, Va Catherine Herlihy Nolan Winnetka, Ill Tessa Aubrey Phillips .Grand Rapids, Mich Thomas Aaron Ridley Dalton, Ga Cody Steinkamp Markel Middleton, Wis Benjamin Joseph Farhi New York, N.Y Abigail Lynn Fournier Far Hills, N.J Elizabeth Nicole Hitti Maitland, Fla Morgan Grey Hollowell .Olive Branch, Miss Gabrielle Christen Holmes Baton Rouge, La Elizabeth Cynthia Emoki Horner Toronto, Canada Natalie Livia Ewing Scarsdale, N.Y Mason Abigail Grow Franklin, Tenn Aaron Joseph Ainsworth Highland, Calif Nicholas James Ainsworth Highland, Calif Priya Elizabeth Pookkulam Broadview Heights, Ohio Mackenzie Leigh Miller Westerville, Ohio CLASS OF 2019 Jonathan Manuel Alverio Canton, Mich Kathleen Patricia Anthony Allentown, Pa Nicolas Awad Baddour Norco, Calif Melissa Harintho Bloodworth Nashville, Tenn Jessica Lindsay Burris .Midlothian, Va Joshua David Crosbie Cockroft .Antioch, Tenn Patrick R Keller Niskayuna, N.Y Nishit Mummareddy .Memphis, Tenn Shelby Renae Payne Sarasota, Fla Kelly Marie Schuering .Saint Louis, Mo David Rogers Scudder Nashville, Tenn Joseph Robert Starnes Mason, Ohio Matthew Tyler Stier .Springboro, Ohio 104 Alma Mater On the city’s western border, reared against the sky, Proudly stands our Alma Mater as the years roll by Forward! ever be thy watchword, conquer and prevail Hail to thee, our Alma Mater, Vanderbilt, All Hail! SOUTH STREET Cherished by thy sons and daughters, memories sweet shall throng ’Round our hearts, O Alma Mater, as we sing our song Forward! ever be thy watchword, conquer and prevail Hail to thee, our Alma Mater, Vanderbilt, All Hail! —Robert F Vaughan, 1907 18th AVENU E SOUTH e) The medallion on the cover of this program is the Official Seal of Vanderbilt University, adopted by the Board of Trust on May 4, 1875 l The Office of Commencement and Special Events extends its gratitude to all of the faculty, staff, and students who helped behind the scenes to create truly memorable Commencement celebrations for our graduates, our special guests, and the university community We offer special thanks to the student team of Elliott M Grant, Gabriel A Hoppock, and Jeremy T Langham who conducted a study of the Commencement procession Their empirical findings helped improve the organization and flow of the ceremony They were mentored by Professor David Berezov and Professor Cynthia Paschal 1202 18th 1207 17th 17th AVENU E SOUTH 18th AVENU E SOUTH 1208 18th1208 18th R Hill Center e s e APERS AVENUE 17th AVENU E SOUTH G Sony BM 18th AVENU E SOUTH Murray Hank Ingram HORTON AVENUE Any questions about Commencement week events and programs should be directed to the Commencement and Special Events team at commencement@vanderbilt.edu or by calling (615) 322-2870 For more information, visit www.vanderbilt.edu/commencement Vanderbilt University is committed to principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action Vanderbilt® and the Vanderbilt logos are registered trademarks of The Vanderbilt University © Copyright 2019 Vanderbilt University All rights reserved Produced by the Vanderbilt Commencement Office and Vanderbilt University Marketing Solutions Printed by Ambrose Printing Company This publication is printed on paper with 10% post-consumer recycled content with ink made from renewable resources If you not keep this book as a souvenir, please recycle it